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HomeMichiganThe Timbers of Cass County

The Timbers of Cass County

55432 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI 490472697827828
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
108
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Has 108 certified beds with an average of 96.8 residents per day (90% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 18 deficiencies (inspected Oct 31, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.36 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 23.2%

• Part of the Atrium Centers chain (26 facilities)

The Timbers of Cass County is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dowagiac, Michigan with 108 certified beds. It has been operating since 2010. The facility scored at average compared to Michigan facilities.

Beds
108
Avg Residents/Day
96.8
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 15, 2010
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Cass
Last Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
18
Weighted Score
89.0
Infection Citations
1

Deficiency Citations (45)

F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Mar 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0680Potential for Harm

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

Survey: Mar 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0561Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential 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.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0806Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0887Potential for 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.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential 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.

Survey: Jun 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0625Potential for Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0742Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Oct 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 15 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.12 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.58 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.66 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.36 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total2.95 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
23.2%
RN Turnover
15.0%
Administrators Left
2

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (9)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ATRIUM CENTERS, INC.5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMay 14, 2010
ORION OPERATING SERVICES LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMay 14, 2010
BAILEY, ESSEL5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual48%May 14, 2010
ATRIUM CENTERS MANAGEMENT LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMay 14, 2010
LOCKHART, DENNISOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 12, 2019
BAILEY, ESSELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 14, 2010
FINNEY, DONALDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 14, 2010
FERKANY, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 15, 2018
SCHMIDT, ROBERTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2008

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Timbers of Cass County?▾
The Timbers of Cass County has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated average.
Has The Timbers of Cass County had any health inspection violations?▾
The Timbers of Cass County had 18 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 31, 2024). The facility has no fines on record. It also has 1 infection control citation(s).
What are the staffing levels at The Timbers of Cass County?▾
The Timbers of Cass County provides 3.36 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.66 RN hours, 0.58 LPN hours, and 2.12 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 23.2%.
How many beds does The Timbers of Cass County have?▾
The Timbers of Cass County has 108 certified beds with an average of 96.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Atrium Centers chain.

Part of Atrium Centers

This chain operates 26 facilities. View all →