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The Laurels of Kent

Nursing HomeLowell, MICMS 235253
61 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
3 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
153

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
97.5

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
61

*CMS

Inspections on file
14

*CMS

Last inspection
2026-02-24

*CMS

Citations

61 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0756Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

  • 0806Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0211Generalpotential for harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  • 0004Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

  • 0908Generalpotential for harm

    Keep all essential equipment working safely.

  • 0842Generalpotential for harm

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  • 0582Generalpotential for harm

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0725Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  • 0607Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  • 0600Generalpotential for harm

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0686Seriousactual harm

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0732Generalno actual harm

    Post nurse staffing information every day.

  • 0842Generalpotential for harm

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  • 0610Generalpotential for harm

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0558Generalpotential for harm

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

  • 0658Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

  • 0684Seriousactual harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0695Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

  • 0698Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0842Generalpotential for harm

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0887Seriousactual harm

    Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

  • 0677Generalpotential for harm

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  • 0686Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0511Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  • 0658Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0657Generalpotential for harm

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0690Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0725Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

  • 0727Generalpotential for harm

    Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

  • 0677Generalpotential for harm

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0753Generalpotential for harm

    Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0842Generalpotential for harm

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

  • 0693Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0551Generalpotential for harm

    Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

  • 0684Seriousactual harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0677Generalpotential for harm

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  • 0657Generalpotential for harm

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0584Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

Showing the 10 most recent inspections. 4 earlier inspections are also on record.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is The Laurels of Kent?
The Laurels of Kent is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Lowell, MI, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 235253.
What is the CMS rating for The Laurels of Kent?
The Laurels of Kent has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does The Laurels of Kent have?
The Laurels of Kent is certified for 153 beds. It serves an average of 97.5 residents per day.
How many citations does The Laurels of Kent have?
The Laurels of Kent has 61 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was The Laurels of Kent last inspected?
The Laurels of Kent was last inspected on February 24, 2026. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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