The Willows at East Lansing
Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · East Lansing, MI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

The Willows at East Lansing

Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · East Lansing, MI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
The Willows at East Lansing accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
The Willows at East Lansing accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Willows at East Lansing

The Willows at East Lansing is where maintenance-free living takes on a whole new level of comfort and convenience. With spacious living quarters and tailored programs designed for seniors, The Willows offers a unique blend of reliability and support, ensuring that every resident enjoys a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Their comprehensive care options include assisted living facilities, where residents can thrive in a nurturing and socially enriched atmosphere. They also offer the unique blend of memory care with skilled nursing, providing specialized support for those requiring advanced care. Each apartment is thoughtfully designed, featuring custom cabinetry, air conditioning, and cable services to create a comfortable and contemporary living space. With Wi-Fi accessibility and smoke-free suites, modern amenities seamlessly complement daily life. The community also ensures peace of mind with 24-hour emergency maintenance.

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.
▲ 59.2% Above MI avg. ▲ 59.2% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 7.0% Above MI avg. ▲ 7.0% Above MI avg.MI average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 39.9% Above MI avg. ▲ 39.9% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 29.7% Above MI avg. ▲ 29.7% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 75th out of 128 nursing homes we track in Michigan for nurse hours. 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.
↓ 10% · MI 4h 20mThis facility: 3h 54m per resident per day, 10% below the Michigan average of 4h 20m (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #75 / 128Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 75th out of 128 nursing homes we track in Michigan for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Michigan average, with a ranking across 128 Michigan facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
3h 54m

Standout metric: RN, weekends is +169% above Michigan average

3 of 6 metrics below Michigan average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3603610,25292100%8
Registered Nurse150155,78492100%9
Other Dietary Services Staff8083,13892100%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist8082,2196975%7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse7072,1968896%8.4
Administrator2021,0086368%8
Mental Health Service Worker2029887480%7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0449538087%6.8
Speech Language Pathologist0338717379%5.5
Nurse Aide in Training3037517278%9.7
Nurse Practitioner1014986368%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0444647177%4.9
Dietitian2023674852%7.7
Qualified Social Worker0113345661%6
Physical Therapy Aide0333067177%3.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant303404549%0.9
36 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
15 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
Coverage 100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
Coverage 75%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 65 Rank #100 / 131Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 100th out of 131 nursing homes we track in Michigan for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #127 / 157Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 127th out of 157 nursing homes we track in Michigan for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
19 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #14 / 91Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 14th out of 91 nursing homes we track in Michigan for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Michigan average, with its Statewide rank out of 91. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
95.1% This home is often near full

Based on residents per day and 65 beds.

Higher than the Michigan average: 84.3%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
62

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Aug 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
34 days

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$6,789/Month

Safety & Compliance

Hoyer Lift

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Pharmacy and Laboratory Services
Wound Care ManagementClinical care for preventing, assessing, and treating wounds, including pressure injuries and surgical wounds. It can support healing and reduce complications.
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.
Dietitian

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Daily Rhythms Programming

Additional Services

7 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Daily Living Assistance
Discharge Planning
Housekeeping
Laundry & LinenListed as: Laundry service options
MaintenanceListed as: Maintenance of apartment, community, and grounds
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
Laundry
Garden
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Cable Tv
Wi-Fi
Private Dining Room
Emergency Call System
Activities
Cranium CrunchesA brain-fitness activity using puzzles and mentally stimulating exercises such as word games, Sudoku, anagrams, and pattern challenges. It offers engaging cognitive stimulation and social participation.
Resident Council Meeting
Puzzles and Social Hour
Support Groups
Arts & Crafts
Live a Dream ProgramA Trilogy Health Services Foundation program that helps residents fulfill lifelong or bucket-list wishes through financial support and coordinated experiences. Families may value the chance to honor a parent’s meaningful goals.
Signature ProgramsVitality program

Room Accommodations

Studio Floor plans as listed by the community: Studio (Assisted Living) (140–355 sq ft) · Studio - Short-Term Stay (Assisted Living) (140–355 sq ft) · Private Studio (Memory Care) (140–477 sq ft) · Private Studio - Short-Term Stay (Memory Care) (140–477 sq ft) Floor plans: Short-Term Stay 140–477 sq ft
Private Room
In-Room Features
In-Unit Private Suite With Shower And Kitchen Or Kitchenette Individual Heating & Air Conditioning

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CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Mar 2026

Total health inspections
5 ↓ 25% · MI 6.7This facility: 5, 25% below the Michigan average of 6.7 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
30 Rank #72 / 127Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 72nd out of 127 nursing homes we track in Michigan for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Michigan State average, with a ranking across all 127 MI facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 7% · MI 32.4This facility: 30, 7% below the Michigan average of 32.4 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
6 Rank #93 / 127Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 93rd out of 127 nursing homes we track in Michigan for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Michigan mean across 127 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 25% · MI 4.79This facility: 6, 25% above the Michigan average of 4.79 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 30 of 30 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 30 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · MI 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the Michigan average of 0.3 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · MI 1.7This facility: 0, 100% below the Michigan average of 1.7 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
28 ↓ 7% · MI 30This facility: 28, 7% below the Michigan average of 30 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
2 ↑ 400% · MI 0.4This facility: 2, 400% above the Michigan average of 0.4 (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Mar 20, 2026 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Resident Assessment & Care Planning, 11 of 30 citations · 7 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Mar 20, 2026 2 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Jan 08, 2026 7 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Oct 17, 2024 8 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights minor citation Corrected
Resident Rights minor citation Corrected
Jul 05, 2024 2 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Sep 20, 2023 11 citations
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 30 citations
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 11 deficiencies (37%)
Quality of Life & Care 7 deficiencies (23%)
Resident Rights 6 deficiencies (20%)
Pharmacy Services 3 deficiencies (10%)
Infection Control 1 deficiency (3%)
Nutrition & Dietary 1 deficiency (3%)
Administration 1 deficiency (3%)
How citations are counted

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

26 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

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.

Penalties and fines About penalties and fines Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database · Data as of Aug 2026

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Aug 2023.

Clean record
Total fines
$0 MI avg $66KMichigan average: $66,103. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $67KUS average: $67,417, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0 MI avg 1.52Michigan average: 1.52. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.96US average: 1.96, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 MI avg 0.83Michigan average: 0.83. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.36US average: 0.36, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Michigan average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 5.6 Score · lower is better ↓ 22% · MI 7.2This facility: 5.6, 22% below the MI average of 7.2 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 11.1 Score · lower is better ↓ 22% · MI 14.3This facility: 11.1, 22% below the MI average of 14.3 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

11 long-stay measures: 9 better, 1 worse, 1 near MI average

3 short-stay measures: 2 better, 1 worse

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

70% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 64
Medicare
30
46.9% of residents
Medicaid
30
46.9% of residents
Private pay or other
4
6.3% of residents
Programs & Services
CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2024.

For-profit
Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$1.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
For-profit Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024 Rank #43 / 119Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 43rd out of 119 nursing homes we track in Michigan. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Michigan average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$1.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$84.1KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #52 / 119Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 52nd out of 119 nursing homes we track in Michigan. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Michigan average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024 48.1% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #73 / 119Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 73rd out of 119 nursing homes we track in Michigan. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Michigan average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$13.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (70% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
553 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 23%
Private pay 70%
Medicaid 8%
Discharges
766 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 15%
Private pay 74%
Medicaid 11%

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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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NH
ADC
AL
MC
SNF
East Lansing
65
Facility 65
MI AVG 99
Rank #100 / 131
95.1%
Facility 95.1%
MI AVG 84.3%
Rank #14 / 91
+13%
3.90
Facility 3.90
MI AVG 4.33
Rank #75 / 128
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +44%-10%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #1 / 128
30
Facility 30
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #72 / 127
6.0
Facility 6.0
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #93 / 127
-62-
19
Facility 19
MI AVG 41
Rank #127 / 157
-
$14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $13.3M
Rank #43 / 119
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.7M
Rank #52 / 119
48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 58.8%
Rank #73 / 119
235700
Holt Senior Care & Rehab Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
SNF
Holt101 94.5% +12%4.39 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +17%+1%$0164.0195- 25 Marie Patrick$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/202454.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024235279
The Dimondale Nursing Care Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
SNF
Dimondale
150
Facility 150
MI AVG 99
Rank #18 / 131
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
MI AVG 84.3%
Rank #20 / 91
+12%
4.23
Facility 4.23
MI AVG 4.33
Rank #47 / 128
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -2%-2%
$35.3k
Facility $35.3k
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #98 / 128
30
Facility 30
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #72 / 127
5.0
Facility 5.0
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #71 / 127
4142--Hollie Stambersky
$18.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $18.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $13.3M
Rank #30 / 119
$10.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.7M
Rank #32 / 119
56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 58.8%
Rank #52 / 119
235256
Aria Nursing & Rehab ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
Mayfield Heights
110
Facility 110
MI AVG 99
Rank #52 / 131
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
MI AVG 84.3%
Rank #69 / 91
-11%
4.24
Facility 4.24
MI AVG 4.33
Rank #47 / 128
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -14%+23%
$75.8k
Facility $75.8k
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #116 / 128
65
Facility 65
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #120 / 127
5.4
Facility 5.4
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #83 / 127
583-
58
Facility 58
MI AVG 41
Rank #42 / 157
Yehuda Kenzer
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $13.3M
Rank #51 / 119
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.7M
Rank #69 / 119
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 58.8%
Rank #107 / 119
235561
Burcham Hills ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
RC
SNF
East Lansing
266
Facility 266
MI AVG 99
Rank #1 / 131
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4.66
Facility 4.66
MI AVG 4.33
Rank #24 / 128
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ -48%+8%
$37.6k
Facility $37.6k
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #99 / 128
51
Facility 51
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #104 / 127
4.3
Facility 4.3
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #57 / 127
7107-
11
Facility 11
MI AVG 41
Rank #141 / 157
Burcham Hills Retirement Center II
$31.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $31.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG $13.3M
Rank #3 / 119
$15.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $15.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG $7.7M
Rank #11 / 119
49.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 49.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG 58.8%
Rank #101 / 119
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Michigan

The Willows at East Lansing is located in East Lansing, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

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

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MI

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about The Willows at East Lansing

Is The Willows at East Lansing in a walkable area?

The Willows at East Lansing has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Willows at East Lansing?

The Willows at East Lansing's occupancy is 95.1%.

Are pets allowed at The Willows at East Lansing?

Yes, The Willows at East Lansing allows residents to bring their pets.

Does The Willows at East Lansing operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Willows at East Lansing is registered as a for-profit.

What is the overall rating for The Willows at East Lansing?

The Willows at East Lansing received a 5-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

How many beds does The Willows at East Lansing have?

The Willows at East Lansing has 65 beds.

How much does The Willows at East Lansing cost per month?

Pricing at The Willows at East Lansing starts at $6,789 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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