The Laurels Of Galesburg
Galesburg, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235483) · 93 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 3 totaling $145,115 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (269) 665-7043 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Laurels Of Galesburg has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
The Laurels Of Galesburg reports 3.53 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 38.1%. CMS gives this facility a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $145,115.00 and 1 payment denial on record for The Laurels Of Galesburg. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus designation noted in the provided CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
The Laurels Of Galesburg is a 93-certified-bed nursing home in Galesburg, Kalamazoo County, Michigan, with an average of 84.4 residents. The facility is operated as a for-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, having first been approved in February 1989.
According to CMS Care Compare data, the facility holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star, while its quality measures rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Nurse staffing levels total 3.54 hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 38.1%.
On penalties, CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $145,115.00, and 1 payment denial has been recorded for this facility. These figures come directly from CMS data and are stated here without interpretation.
This facility is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which includes 81 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.8 stars. CMS records indicate no change of ownership within the past 12 months for this facility.
Families evaluating this facility should review the full inspection history directly on Medicare Care Compare, particularly given the below-average overall and health inspection ratings. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data as provided.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Laurels Of Galesburg has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.53504 hours per resident per day, including 0.63567 RN hours, with a 38.1% nursing staff turnover rate; CMS rates staffing at 4 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $145,115.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The provided data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 93 certified beds and an average daily population of 84.4 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which includes 81 facilities nationally averaging 2.8 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for certification on February 14, 1989.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; for this facility these are 1, 1, 4, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 2696657043 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 2696657043 and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235483?state=MI.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.